Welcome to Bend, Oregon!
Hailed as one of the best towns in the country by residents and visitors, Bend is outdoor enthusiasts hub with family-friendly urban cool. Bend is a small city on the Deschutes River, in Oregon, west are the lakes and peaks of the Cascade Mountains, with world-class skiing and multi-use trails. In town, a trail leads up Pilot Butte, an extinct volcano. With more sunshine than Portland or Eugene, great coffee, craft beer and nature at your doorstep,
Bend may be the perfect small US city.
Nature at your doorstep
Tucked neatly between the snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Mountains and the inspiring high desert plateaus of Central Oregon, Bend has evolved from a sleepy lumber town to an international mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. In Bend each season has something to offer, from skiing to mountain biking, fishing, hiking, camping, rock climbing, white-water rafting, kayaking, paddle-boarding, paragliding, golf and more.
Old mill district
Inspired by and built upon the rustic architecture of the former Brooks-Scanlon lumber mill, The Old Mill District is nestled alongside the Deschutes River, right in the heart of bend. It is home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, tasting rooms, shops and the the state’s largest outdoor concert venue the Les Schwab Amphitheater. The districts idyllic setting is host to numerous events, including the Bend Brewfest, Oregon WinterFest and Art in the High Desert.
Mt. Bachelor
Mt. Bachelor or "The Mountain", as dubbed by locals, is the 6th largest ski resort in North America – with over 4,000 skiable acres, 3,365 feet of vertical drop, and 101 runs to explore. In addition to its Nordic Center for cross-country skiing and snowshoe tours The Mountain offers snow tubing, dog sledding, lift rides to Pine Marten Lodge for sunset dinners, disc golf course, a mountain bike park and a variety of summer activities.
Neighborhoods
Bend was incorporated as a city in 1905 and is divided into four distinct quadrants; Northeast Bend, Northwest Bend, Southeast Bend, Southwest Bend, each with its own unique character and charm to fit almost every lifestyle.
Schools
Bend-La Pine School District has 19 elementary schools, 7 middle schools and 7 high schools. Each school is “districted” which means where you live in Bend dictates which school your child will attend.
Bend additionally offers: Lottery enrollment, charter schools, private schools, magnet schools, independent schools, home schools, online education and higher education.